Clearance Sale of New Furniture Offers
A bold early 20th century sale notice promises unprecedented bargains on new furniture with phrases like come and see and take advantage of great bargains less than manufacturers prices. Strong entities include none identified. text focuses on sale terms and promotional wording.
Gowns for Dog Days at Saratoga Garden Party Fashions
New York August 2 Special Correspondence describes summer gowns for garden parties. It notes plain, practical outfits for humid days, with elbow sleeves fashionable for home and festive wear, and details several gowns in lawn, muslin, chambray, taffeta, and crepon. It highlights lace, belts, pelerines, and imported styles, plus growing interest in jewelry and opals. Olive Harper.
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Munkittrick by the Sea and the Nantucket Dreaming
Siasconset Mass August 2. A humorous traveler extols this quiet summer retreat as the best resting spot away from noisy resorts. He praises cool dry air, absence of mosquitos, constant sea bathing, and affordable cottages from 100 to 200 dollars for the season. The essay notes a fading teakettle railroad, growing isolation, and a desire to return each year to dream of Nantucket.
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Severe on Americans size up the American subject
A Newcastle Chronicle Britain essay mocks American self confidence and credulity. It recounts a London confidence scheme involving two Americans from Virginia and a New Jersey dupe who lost watches, notes, and valuables to a pair of con artists. The piece lauds caution while noting ongoing swindles across firms, partnerships, and betting schemes.
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Wild Bill Buried in Sandstone Grave Mystery
A Rockhard tale from Telluride describes Wild Bill the desperado buried in dry Colorado soil. Peers unearthed a complete petrified image with clothes and shoes turned to stone as they debated exhuming the body. A wary ally warned that any attempt would invite deadly consequences.
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